Energy Performance Certificate
3, Abbey Mill View
HG5 8ES
KNARESBOROUGH
Current
D
58
Potential
B
81
At a Glance
About This Property
This detached house is located in KNARESBOROUGH, HG5 8ES. The property offers 111m² (1195 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of D (58/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (81/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £1296, comprising £998 for heating, £180 for hot water, and £118 for lighting. The property produces 5.7 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home. The property last sold in July 2020 for £408,000, with 2 recorded sales in our database.
How Does 3, Abbey Mill View Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 58/100, this KNARESBOROUGH property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £1296 are approximately £504 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 111m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m².
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the HG5 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs KNARESBOROUGH
vs HG5
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 58/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £403/year more than the KNARESBOROUGH average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 23 Nov 2017
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Property Information
Full Address
3, Abbey Mill View
HG5 8ES
KNARESBOROUGH
Property Type
House
Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1991-1995
Floor Area
111.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
58 / 100
Potential: 81
CO₂ Emissions
5.7 tonnes/year
51 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
292 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
23 Nov 2017
marketed sale
About KNARESBOROUGH
KNARESBOROUGH is situated in North Yorkshire, Yorkshire. Properties in KNARESBOROUGH have an average EPC rating of D (score 61/100). The HG5 postcode district contains over 6700 registered properties.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£408,000
24 July 2020
Type: Detached
vs previous sale
£403,000
13 April 2018
Type: Detached
Market Insights: This property has sold 2 times since 2015. Value has increased by 1.2% over this period.
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£998.0/yr
Save £307/yr
Hot Water
£180.0/yr
Save £102/yr
Lighting
33.0% low energy
£118.0/yr
Save £47/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 33% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Aspin Park Academy
PrimaryKing James's School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
Knaresborough St John's Church of England Primary School
PrimaryMeadowside Academy
PrimarySt Mary's Primary School Knaresborough, A Voluntary Catholic Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
Goldsborough Church of England Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2022
Hookstone Chase Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Apr 2019
Starbeck Primary Academy
PrimaryAbout school ratings: Ofsted ratings range from Outstanding to Inadequate. These ratings are based on inspections of teaching quality, leadership, pupil behavior, and safety. Note that school catchment areas vary - check with the school or local council for admission details.
Data source: School information from Get Information About Schools (GIAS). Distances are approximate. Always verify school catchment areas directly with the school or local education authority.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
What do these speeds mean? 10-30 Mbps: Good for browsing and streaming. 30-100 Mbps: Great for multiple users and HD streaming. 100-300 Mbps: Excellent for 4K streaming and gaming. 300+ Mbps: Perfect for large households and heavy internet use.
Data source: Broadband speeds are from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 report (July 2025 release). Data shows typical speeds available in this postcode area. Actual speeds at this specific property may vary depending on line quality, distance from exchange, and chosen provider. Always verify availability with providers before committing.
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Area Safety
Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
24 incidents (40%)
Anti-social behaviour
12 incidents (20%)
Criminal damage
9 incidents (15%)
Shoplifting
4 incidents (7%)
Burglary
3 incidents (5%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented. Learn more about EPCs or book an EPC assessment.
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Data Sources: This report contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Data from: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, and Police.uk crime statistics.